Questions You Thought Too Stupid To Ask

[theHammer56]

If freezing a batch of cigars truly does kill all the beetles / eggs - and not affect the quality of the cigar - why don't the cigar makers make this a part of THEIR process prior to shipping them out?

[Browns7213]

If freezing a batch of cigars truly does kill all the beetles / eggs - and not affect the quality of the cigar - why don't the cigar makers make this a part of THEIR process prior to shipping them out?

Many do. The problem is that there is no way to tell if every single egg was destroyed. So if it goes out the door and gets stuck in transit on its way to Powder Springs, GA in July when its 106 with 99% humidity, eggs can hatch.

[Bernardini]

Is there a general rule of thumb on how humidity affects the flavor of a cigar if at all? I realize a drier cigar is easier to smoke/keep lit, but how much of a role does humidity play in the actual flavors? And what should I be looking for flavor wise while smoking to tell if my cigars need a bit more or less humidity?

It comes down to personal preference. For me, an over humidified cigar tastes bitter, and this bitterness kills all other flavors. A lot of guys on here go 65 or lower, while some like 70. I kept playing with humidity until I found a level for best burn and overall experience. However, my preferred RH doesn't mean it would be your RH. Best advice, play with the RH. Over time, you will find what you like.

[Skillett]

Is the cap actually put on last and over the last roll or is it tucked in?

[Skillett]

Why are some cigars rolled to the left and some rolled to the right?

[OnePyroTec]

Because there are two sides of the wrapper leaf.

[Rocket Scientologist]

Would vacuum sealing cigars for shipping be a good idea or bad one? I'm thinking they'd be protected, but unable to breathe.

[Browns7213]

Is the cap actually put on last and over the last roll or is it tucked in?

Usually last. The roller will turn the cigar over and place the cap end on a leaf and will cut around the cigar with the chaveta and pull the leaf up over the cigar. He will then shape the cap down on the cigar around the wrapper.

[CoachDread]

Would vacuum sealing cigars for shipping be a good idea or bad one? I'm thinking they'd be protected, but unable to breathe.

I'm wondering the same thing. Would it just stop the aging? Or would it lead to sick cigars because the gasses can't escape?

[UncleFesterESQ]

Would vacuum sealing cigars for shipping be a good idea or bad one? I'm thinking they'd be protected, but unable to breathe.

I'd be more worried about the damage to the cigars due to the compression.